Why IoT Matters More Than Ever – and How Wireless IoT Is Redefining Your Industry

Simply connecting objects is no longer enough. Companies need intelligent, integrated systems that are flexible, scalable, and energy-efficient – and that’s exactly where Wireless IoT shines. It enables progress in four key areas:

• Precision & Efficiency: From supply chain tracking to process automation – IoT accelerates workflows and boosts productivity.
• Safety & Monitoring: In critical environments, wireless systems enable uninterrupted real-time monitoring.
• Sustainability & Longevity: Energy-efficient sensors reduce consumption and increase device lifespan – ideal for decentralized or mobile applications.
• Data-Driven Intelligence: IoT forms the basis for edge AI, machine learning, and self-regulating processes – right at the point of action.

The speed and relevance of wireless solutions make Wireless IoT the foundation of every future-ready system architecture.

Wireless IoT is not a single product, but an ecosystem of specialized technologies:

• Miniaturized Sensors: Accurately capture environmental, production, or location data.
• Edge Devices: Process data on-site and communicate efficiently with cloud or local networks.
• Application-Optimized Wireless Technologies:
  • RFID & NFC – for identification, authentication, and rapid transactions.
  • BLE / Bluetooth Mesh – for low-energy localization and building or production sensors.
  • LPWAN (e.g., LoRaWAN, NB-IoT) and Wi-Fi HaLow – for long-range, low-power applications.
  • 5G, 6G & UWB – for ultra-precise, real-time, low-latency communication.
• Built-In Security: Protection starting at the hardware level – against attacks, manipulation, and data loss.

Those who understand and smartly combine these technologies don’t just develop solutions – they create competitive advantages.

So why are many companies – especially SMEs – still lagging behind?

• Fast innovation cycles make orientation difficult.
• Fragmented ecosystems require deep expertise and reliable partners.
• Outdated planning tools and internal silos slow down progress – as shown in a recent study by Fraunhofer IGCV published on Think WIOT.

The study reveals: Even advanced concepts like digital twins often fail due to missing data integration, outdated CAD tools, or resistance to new technologies. The key lies in step-by-step digitalization – not flashy one-off initiatives.

Think WIOT offers two complementary platforms for decision-makers, developers, and strategists:

From first idea to concrete solution – Think WIOT supports you throughout the entire innovation process.

Whether you're seeking inspiration, researching a technology, comparing partners, or talking directly to experts – Think WIOT has it all in one place:

• Industry Articles & Tech Trends: Concise, clear, and solution-oriented – for those who want to stay informed and make decisions.
• Use Cases & Interviews: Real projects, real results – what works, why it works, and how it benefits you.
• Knowledge That Drives You Forward: From edge AI to IoT sensors and wireless technology – well-researched, vendor-neutral, and practical.
• Product & Supplier Directory: Over 400 solution providers – compare, filter, contact directly.
• Direct Access to Experts: Find the right contacts for your project – no detours, no noise.

On October 22–23, 2025, in Wiesbaden, Germany, more than 100 exhibitors, hands-on demonstrations, and decision-makers from all Wireless IoT sectors come together:

• Hands-On Technologies: Test devices and solutions on site.
• Direct Dialogue: Talk to engineers, product managers, and visionaries – unfiltered, concrete, honest.
• Complete Ecosystem: From semiconductor makers to sensor tech to full system integration – all in one place.
• Unexpected Discoveries: Be inspired by chance – no feeds, no filters, no algorithms.

✅ Includes a high-level tech conference

The tech conference hosted by Think WIOT – in cooperation with industry association AIM-D – offers strategic insights, real use cases, and deep technical knowledge. The thematic blocks reflect today’s biggest challenges and innovations:

• Industry 5.0: AI, Robotics & IoT in Europe
• Smart City: Intelligent Infrastructure
• Smart Hospital: IoT, AI & Data Analytics
• Wireless IoT: Future Technologies in Focus
• AI Meets Supply Chains: Automotive, Forestry, Ports
• Digital Product Passport Meets Wireless IoT

Look forward to top speakers including: Susanne Hazrati – NXP Semiconductors, Dr. Henning Gösling – Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Künstliche Intelligenz (DFKI), Erich Barnstedt – OPC Foundation / Microsoft, Dr.-Ing. Hans-Peter Bock – TRUMPF, Julien Bertolini – Volvo Group, Dr. Jan-Philipp Exner – ZENNER International, Dr.-Ing. Christoph Küpper – BMW, Prof. Dominik Bösl –  Hochschule der Bayerischen Wirtschaft, Berry Breman – Breman Installatiegroep, Matthias Gronstedt – HHLA Sky, Michael Jochem – Robert Bosch, Roelof Koopmans – Dracula Technologies, Simon Ford – Blecon, Moritz Futscher – BTRY, and many more. 

Industry, logistics, energy, healthcare, retail – in every sector, Wireless IoT is transforming the way we work. Not tomorrow – today.

Whether it’s RFID, BLE, 5G, LoRaWAN, or edge AI – to contribute, develop, or lead, you need knowledge, insights, and the right network. Think WIOT is your platform to achieve exactly that.

Your Invitation to the Future:
WIoT tomorrow 2025
🗓 October 22–23, 2025
📍 RheinMain CongressCenter, Wiesbaden, Germany

Get your ticket now and stay on the fast track.